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Elmer Danilovich

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Hmm got the HE 4XX... again but new this time and the pads are different yet again! Still sounds like I remember tho so there's that Aug 5, 2019

Elmer Danilovich was last seen:: Aug 21, 2019 at 9:59 AM

1. Elmer Danilovich
  Hmm got the HE 4XX... again but new this time and the pads are different yet again! Still sounds like I remember tho so there's that
  
  Aug 5, 2019
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  3. E_Schaaf
    ... great candidate for simple mods too! And a pad swap can go a long way.
    
    Aug 5, 2019
    
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  4. ChaChaRealSmooth
    Pad swaps seem to do a lot for Hifiman cans; just pad swapped my HE-560 and like it a lot more.
    
    Aug 5, 2019
    
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  5. Elmer Danilovich
    What pads are recommend for HE 4XX? I've got Brainwavz Angled Velours on my HE 560 and I really enjoy it!
    
    Aug 5, 2019
2. Elmer Danilovich
  Meh, Sendy Avia not doing for me either. I blame HD 600 honestly, it's too good.
  
  Jul 19, 2019
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  2. Lyer25
    Isn't that the new-ish FotM can? Would be curious to hear your thoughts v other, more known headphones.
    
    Jul 19, 2019
  3. Elmer Danilovich
    Can do, I'll post them some where here shortly. An yes it is/was
    
    Jul 24, 2019
    
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3. Elmer Danilovich
  HE 6SE... not my favorite - wish I could hear a modded 4 Screw
  
  Jul 3, 2019
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  3. E_Schaaf
    HE6 mods and system synergy take quite a bit of time and testing to dial-in well for any given particular taste. It's a fickle headphone to work with and won't sound as good as a lot of other stuff out there just plugged into whatever you have around. Some could argue the investment of time and attention isn't worth it unless you know what sound you're going for.
    
    Jul 3, 2019
  4. Elmer Danilovich
    Well I had a modded HE 4 I LOVED, and I own an HE 560 [pad swap an silver cable] that I enjoy. So as some one who has and likes Hifiman Sound to an extent, I imagine the mods are what's needed to remove the faults I can't quite look past. Pad Swaps help a lot apparently
    
    Jul 3, 2019
  5. Elmer Danilovich
    An to be honest, neither my HE 4 nor my HE 560 have or had stock pads so it's a shame the stock pads seem to hold it back.
    
    For a $400 used headphone, no biggie. On a $1800 new yea pads are a cheap fix but why do I need them to begin with is my view point
    
    Jul 3, 2019
4. Elmer Danilovich
  I'm sure you guys already know, but there's a meet tomorrow in MD. I'll have the Lyr 3 & Modi 3 again if any one would like to hear them!
  
  May 17, 2019
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5. Elmer Danilovich
  starting a little Modi 3 and D10 comparison... so far I think Modi 3 is taking the lead [and may keep it!]
  
  May 16, 2019
6. Elmer Danilovich
  Playing around with Lyr 3 more tonight, enjoying it and LCD 2C on ZMF 2K-Copper as I pick music for tommorow's meet
  
  May 3, 2019
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7. Elmer Danilovich
  Welp, HD 600 scale is no joke... full night of critical listening and I remain even more deeply impressed!
  
  May 2, 2019
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8. Elmer Danilovich
  I've got Lyr 3 and Modi 3 for the weekend should be a fun couple of days!
  
  May 1, 2019
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9. Elmer Danilovich
  @cskippy happy to hear your ok! Sorry to hear about what happened, I'm wish you and your passenger a speedy recovery!!!
  
  Apr 29, 2019
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10. Elmer Danilovich
  Been over a week now, I'm finding my self more and more impressed with the HD 600! Might be my new daily go to, shame I waited this long!
  
  Apr 28, 2019
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  2. JK47
    Yes, you have been living a lie.
    
    Apr 29, 2019
    
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  3. Elmer Danilovich
    Back when I got the HD 800 I was originally going to get the HD 600. Kinda glad I waited to be honest, I've heard a lot of other Tube & Headphone designs and feel I can appreciate the 600 more so now!
    
    Apr 29, 2019
11. Elmer Danilovich
  Ok, I will say the HD 650 Cable is built a bit more substantially than the stock 600 cable, an the all black aesthetic is a plus imo
  
  Apr 26, 2019
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  2. imackler
    But does it match the faux marble...?
    
    Apr 26, 2019
    
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  3. Elmer Danilovich
    I think it does
    
    Apr 26, 2019
  4. Claritas
    "By looking like shit to begin with, how can you deface it?" — Lao Tzu on the HD600
    
    Apr 28, 2019
12. Elmer Danilovich
  Bleh spoke to soon, this Crack is DOA... red LEDs on speed ball aren't lit and no time to trouble shoot atm, will revist later
  
  Apr 20, 2019
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  3. Elmer Danilovich
    well some one suggested letting me back just to see what'd I'd do Hopefully now all have seen just that, Oh it's almost been a year... how time flies
    
    Apr 21, 2019
    
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  4. Elnrik
    When in Rome...
    
    I honestly do hope everything turns out well. I think it will.
    
    Apr 21, 2019
    
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  5. Elmer Danilovich
    Yes actually I'm quite enjoying "as the romans do" HD 600 is quite a bit better than I remember. Ever curious to see how it and the crack turn out, oh and what difference the HD 650 cable will make if any
    
    Apr 21, 2019
13. Elmer Danilovich
  Figured if I'm getting a HD 600 might as well try Crack with Speedball too. Good friend hooked me up, even included a box Tube replacements!
  
  Apr 19, 2019
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  2. Deep Funk
    You are so lucky...
    
    Apr 20, 2019
  3. Elmer Danilovich
    I don't know where every one stands but I'm letting it run with white noise atm, HD 650 cable should be here monday and I'll give it a listen then.
    
    I don't buy into "burn in" but some do so I figured I'd better cover my bases before I share my thoughts. Still thanks for the comment!
    
    Apr 20, 2019
14. Elmer Danilovich
  Finally ordered an HD 600 for myself, what is the most basic/straightforward accepted mod to start with
  
  Apr 16, 2019
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  3. Elmer Danilovich
    I guess the stock cable must really be that bad... Senn site has it. Might as well order it now
    
    Apr 16, 2019
    
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  4. Deep Funk
    The stock cable is okay. The HD650 is better quality overall from what I have been told. Sennheiser makes decent cables. I have had dozens of headphones. Never issues with Sennheiser cables.
    
    Apr 17, 2019
  5. Wilson
    I'd keep an eye out for pad wear. Stock pads apparently are the best.
    
    Apr 17, 2019
    
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15. Elmer Danilovich
  Got a chance to hear both the Verum 1 today and an original 1st revision Moth 2A3 Tube amp!!! Exciting day for sure
  
  Mar 31, 2019
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16. Elmer Danilovich
  Finally picked up an RME ADI 2 Dac... quite impressive! Can't see my self upgrading much beyond this
  
  Mar 19, 2019
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  2. m17xr2b
    Best to frame this statement and hang it above your gear to keep the heebie jeebies away.
    
    Mar 20, 2019
    
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  3. Thad E Ginathom
    ... And then he went to the window and looked out into the great big hifi shop that is the universe :)
    
    Mar 20, 2019
    
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17. Elmer Danilovich
  Decided to listen to a Valhalla 2 before closing on something nicer... very impressed!!!!!!!!!!!
  
  Nov 29, 2018
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  2. Taverius
    Multiple exclamation points are a sure sign of insanity ;)
    
    Which is to be expected really, I mean, you're here with us ...
    
    Nov 29, 2018
    
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  3. Elnrik
    I don't consider a statement to be true if it has fewer than 11 exclamation marks.
    
    Nov 29, 2018
    
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  4. DigMe
    “Name?”
    “LAWRENCE ATKINS!!!!!!!!!!!”
    “Date of birth?”
    “OCTOBER 2, 1978888!!!!!!!!!!”
    “Sir, that was only 10 exclamation points, I’m gonna need you to be honest with me.”
    “Oh ok.. 1975!!!!!!!!!!!”
    
    Nov 30, 2018
    
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18. Elmer Danilovich
  Any one have experience with GE 5Star 6211a clear tops?
  
  Nov 26, 2018
  2. m17xr2b
    Unless it's on the same amp and most important headphone as yours tube impressions are pretty useless. If you include the amp at least you might get better answers but there aren't a lot of rollers here.
    
    Nov 27, 2018
  3. Elmer Danilovich
    Excellent point, it's a custom piece so I'll just have to experiment,
    
    Builder does have the 5814a he's happy to include though!
    
    Nov 27, 2018
19. Elmer Danilovich
  Dippin my toes into tubes, what's a clear, detailed and spacious 12au7?
  
  Nov 22, 2018
  2. m17xr2b
    RCA Cleartop or CBS 5814A
    
    Nov 22, 2018
  3. Deep Funk
    Prepare to make your wallet suffer. Once you get seduced by tubetastic sound you want more. Tubes and booze are the best audio tweaks ever.
    
    Nov 23, 2018
  4. Elmer Danilovich
    How do they differ from something like a GE 5Star 6072a
    
    Nov 23, 2018
20. Elmer Danilovich
  Wondering why the F*** a lot modern music is mastered so loudly... never noticed on headphones but on my speakers it's quite obvious
  
  Nov 7, 2018
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  3. Lyer25
    I'd say it's odd that this is more noticeable on speakers than headphones, but I have effectively zero experience with the former anyway.
    
    Pick a reason: Things sound better when played louder, consumer gear (e.g. phones, laptops) can barely drive headphones to decent levels.
    
    Nov 7, 2018
  4. Riotvan
    I notice it on both but find it more objectionable on headphones.
    
    Nov 7, 2018
    
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  5. Thad E Ginathom
    @Lyer25, "Things sound better when played louder"
    
    That's only half the rule. This is the whole thing:
    
    Louder, /if not already too loud,/ always sounds better.
    
    Nov 8, 2018
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